The Patient Corner (Problem Solving) // On today's PATIENT CORNER, we are discussing PROBLEM SOLVING! This is vital for the patient because not only does this give you autonomy with your care, it also allows you to take an active role in your care!
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The African American Diabetic and Heart Patient
The African American Diabetic and Heart Patient// I had the opportunity to sit down & chat with NP Colleague, Devyn Nixon, MSN, ARNP, FNP-C. She works in cardiology & since it’s Black History Month as well as American Heart Month, we thought it would be great to discuss the African American diabetic & heart patient. The diabetic patient is 2-3x more at risk for stroke, MI, & sudden death compared to those without diabetes. The African American diabetic has an even higher incidence of macrovascular disease than their Caucasian counterparts. With that being stated, we must not neglect the education, early detection & intervention that can greatly benefit our patients.
The Patient Corner (REDUCING RISKS)
The Patient Corner (REDUCING RISKS)) // On today's PATIENT CORNER, we are discussing REDUCING RISKS! Diabetes can potentially bring on a myriad of complications and risks so part of patient education is educating over these risks and preventing them if possible.
Bile Acid Sequestrants (Welchol)
Bile Acid Sequestrants (Welchol) // In this video, I discuss Bile Acid Sequestrants which includes the drug, Welchol. What's interesting about this medication is that it is commonly used for lipid therapy and is an adjunct therapy for Diabetes Type 2.
SGLT2 Inhibitors (Invokana, Jardiance, Farxiga)
In this video, I discuss one of my favorite classes, the SGLT2 Inhibitors. You'll find in this drug class Invokana, Farxiga, & Jardiance.
THIAZOLIDINEDIONES | What Nurse Practitioners Need to Know
In this video, we discuss THIAZOLIDINEDIONES and what you need to know when prescribing and managing this drug class! This drug class includes Pioglitazone (Actos).
MEGLITINIDES | What Nurse Practitioners Need To Know
Meglitinides and what you need to know about the drugs repaglinide & nateglinide…